Rebecca Melone, Principal Attorney
Rebecca Lynne Melone is the Principal and Founder of the firm. Originally from Burke, Virginia, she handles domestic relations, criminal law, and estate matters throughout the Northern Virginia area. Rebecca Melone previously worked as an Associate Attorney at a general practice firm in Fairfax as well as a boutique personal injury firm in Leesburg.
During her time in law school, Rebecca Melone clerked for the Prosecutor’s Office where she conducted trial and pre-trial negotiations as a Supreme Court Certified Intern. She worked for a Bankruptcy law firm and excelled in the Legal Clinic, where she assisted indigent and low-income clients in landlord-tenant disputes and domestic matters.
After returning to the Northern Virginia area, Ms. Melone and her dog Monster became volunteers with the Fairfax Pets on Wheels, visiting nursing home and rehabilitation patients. She currently volunteers with Wills on Wheels, providing important estate planning presentations and services for nursing home residents.
Ms. Melone is a member of the Virginia Bar Association and participates on the Board of the Society of Virginia as the Chairman for the Young Virginians.
Education
- Juris Doctor, University of Toledo, 2012
- Bachelor of Science, International Business, University of Findlay, 2009
- Associate of the Arts, Equestrian Studies, University of Findlay, 2009
Memberships
- Virginia State Bar
- Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Fairfax Bar Association
- Society of Virginia
- Ladies DC
Priti Khanna, Of Counsel
Priti Khanna joined the firm as Of Counsel in 2016. Priti’s primary fields of practice are domestic relations and immigration law and she regularly handles complex custody, divorce, child support and family related immigration cases.
Priti decided to pursue a career in law in order to join a profession where she could directly and positively impact people and their lives. During law school Priti worked with various non-profit legal organizations assisting victims of domestic violence and immigrants with their legal issues. After graduating from law school Priti went on to work as a staff attorney at State Court of Georgia where she gained insight into the inner workings of the legal system. She subsequently entered private practice where she gained extensive experience in family law, immigration and business law.
After relocating to Virginia, Priti continues her practice in the field of family and immigration law. She believes that everyone has a right to zealous, quality and intelligent legal representation and this belief is visible in the manner in which she practices and represents her clients. Despite her busy work schedule, Priti finds time to volunteer as a pro bono attorney with various non-profit organizations including DCVLP and Human Rights First. Aside from law, Priti’s passions consist of running, books, art and travel. She resides in Reston, Virginia with her husband and daughter and is actively involved in the Reston community.
Education
- Juris Doctor, John Marshall Law School, 2008
Class Rank: top 20%; Award of Excellence in Wills Trust & Estates - Bachelor of Science in Finance (with emphasis in Accounting), Northern Illinois University, 2003
Dean’s List; Treasurer: Financial Management Association
Memberships
- Virginia State Bar
- District of Columbia Bar
- Georgia State Bar
- Fairfax Bar Association
Jesci Norrington, Of Counsel
Jesci Norrington joined the firm as Of Counsel in 2017. She received her Bachelors degree from James Madison University in business with a concentration in hospitality and tourism management. After managing hotels with Marriott for several years, Jesci decided to pursue a legal career where she could carry on her customer service background to assisting clients and their families in legal matters. She handles estate planning and assists in other areas of the firm. After graduating from George Mason University School of Law, Jesci worked as an Associate Attorney for a boutique estate and business planning firm in Ashburn.
Jesci is licensed in Virginia and enjoys serving clients throughout the Northern Virginia area. She is a member of the Virginia Bar Association, and a contributing author for the Docket Call, the official newsletter of the Young Lawyers Conference of the Virginia State Bar. She is also a volunteer with Wills on Wheels, providing estate planning services to the elder community.
In her free time, Jesci enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, cooking, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
Education
- Juris Doctor, George Mason University School of Law, 2013
- Bachelor of Business Administration, magna cum laude, James Madison University, 2007
Memberships
- Virginia State Bar
- Loudoun Senior Interest Network
